Lanpher Memorial Library, 141 Main Street, Hyde Park, VT 888-46285 Monday 12-7; Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 10-5; Saturday 10-1

Books for Children about Death and Dying

1/11/2022

Often, reading a book or story can help children feel that they are not alone, and can normalize what they are experiencing.
As with other books about social and emotional development, books about death, dying, sadness, grief, and the 'circle of life' can be shared with children at any time.
Here is a list of picture books and other materials that are available at the Lanpher Memorial Library. We update the list as we add books to our collection.
(slide show below shows covers of a few of them)

Click Here: Materials for children Death & Grief

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2022 at the Lanpher Library

12/28/2021

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As we say goodbye to 2021, we look ahead to what will be new in 2022 at the Lanpher Library.

Of course, there is so much that is still uncertain, however, we are committed to staying open for browsing and computer use, we just ask that you please wear a mask while inside the building.

We have a monthly book discussion that is currently held through zoom. Please take a look at the page on this website to learn more: www.lanpherlibrary.org/book-discussion.html

The Lanpher Library now owns 11 pairs of snowshoes for our patrons to borrow! https://www.lanpherlibrary.org/snowshoe-borrowing.html

The Vermont Department of Libraries received funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and distributed money for approved projects for individual public libraries around the state. We submitted a proposal to get an awning for the little "nook" on the Church St. side of the Library and it was approved. We hope in early spring to have that installed by Otter Creek Awnings. This will provide some shade and shelter for those who use the Lanpher Library's fee Wifi outside of the building.

We're partnering with Lamoille Neighbors to bring a virtual program: "Aging Gardens, Aging Gardeners" on Wednesday, January 12th at 7 p.m.
Please learn more and register to attend:
https://www.lanpherlibrary.org/calendar-of-programs-and-events.htmlwww.lanpherlibrary.org/calendar-of-programs-and-events.html

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Watershed Explorer Kits for loan

7/6/2021

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The Lanpher Library has 2 Watershed Explorer Challenge Kits for loan for children 5+ WITH AN ADULT.
The two kits, Watershed Model and Watershed Explorer, have been designed to give families the opportunity to explore our Lake Champlain watershed with hands-on activities using scientific tools and methods to conduct field studies. They are designed to be used with the Watershed Explorer Challenge booklet published by Watershed Alliance, UVM Extension and SUNY Plattsburgh program.

You can use the kit at any stream or river site, or at a local site (like the Gihon River, or the Lamoille,) that eventually flows to Lake Champlain.

KIT #1 Watershed Model focuses on watersheds and is designed to be used at home.
The kit includes maps, books, and tools to be used for different experiments like: using cooking oil and water to explore how water moves through a watershed.

KIT #2 Watershed Explorer is designed to be used in the field to gather water quality field assessments.
The kit includes all you need to search for aquatic macro invertebrates; do a chemical assessment to determine pH, temperature, dissolved oxygen, phosphorus, and nitrates; and information on how to be a citizen scientist.

These kits are designed for ages 5+ WITH AN ADULT

Please let us know if you're interested in borrowing a kit and trying out the Watershed Explorer Challenge!

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April Fair Housing Month

4/26/2021

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As part of April Fair Housing Month, we invite you to share your creative interpretations of home and inclusive communities by inviting you as an artist of any age and ability, to request an art kit (acrylic paint, a canvas, paintbrush, and art prompts) from us. hydeparklibrary@yahoo.com
Create an piece of art that explores thoughts like: What do you think of when you think of "home" or "inclusion"? Can you illustrate how home feels differently now than it did last year? What would your ideal community look like if you drew it yourself?
You can then join the HeART & Home Community Art Project by going to www.fairhousingmonthvt.org/community-art-project
or sharing your creations at www.facebook.com/HeARTandHomeVT
The art will be compiled in an online gallery and all participants are invited to attend the April 29 Artist Reception.
The Lanpher Library has set up the book: "A Chair for my Mother", by Vera B. Williams, as a StoryWalk® along Main St. in Hyde Park. Start at Hyde Park Elementary School and continue up Main St. following the story pages as you go.

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US Military Veteran Information Packets Available from the Library

1/23/2021

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Did you, or someone you know serve in the Military?
The Lanpher Library has been provided with Veteran's benefits packets to give to interested US Military Veterans.

Please contact us:
802-888-4628
hydeparklibrary@yahoo.com
We can mail them to you, or make them available for pick up during our curbside hours: Mondays 1:00-4:00 & 5:00-7:00, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays 10:00-4:00 and Saturdays, 10:00-1:00

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COVID Support VT

11/18/2020

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Many Vermonters feel deepened anxiety, loneliness, and uncertainty about the future due to the impacts of COVID-19, all of which take a heavy toll on daily life. To help alleviate the extraordinary impacts of the pandemic in our state, COVID Support VThelps people cope with the pandemic through information, emotional support and connections to community services that promote resilience, empowerment and recovery. To address this increased need, COVID Support VT has recently added three counselors embedded in 2-1-1 to support Vermonters through this challenging time.

Please check out the following resources to learn more.

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Flower Power: Hyde Park Style!

11/2/2020

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Connect Hyde Park Community Event on Saturday, November 7th 10:00-12:00
Pick up a pack of daffodil bulbs (no cost!) at either the Lanpher Memorial Library, or at the Gihon Valley Hall and plant them along East Main St....to Centerville Road....to the North Hyde Park Road...to Ferry Street...to the Gihon Valley Hall and in the Spring, we'll have the start of a daffodil bridge between Hyde Park Village and the North Village!
If you are not the landowner, please ask landowner permission before planting. Guidelines are outlined on page 2 of the information above.
When you plant the bulbs, please report to Ron Rodjenski, Hyde Park Town Administrator: ron@hydeparkvt.com
Questions? Need more info? Please contact Ron at the email address above.

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Censorship is a Dead End! Banned Books Week 2020

9/29/2020

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Banned Books Week is celebrated every year to spotlight current and historical attempts to censor books in libraries and schools.

Books are still being banned and challenged today. A challenge is an attempt to remove or restrict materials, based upon the objections of a person or group. A banning is the removal of those materials.
While books have been and continue to be banned, part of the Banned Books Week celebration is the fact that, in a majority of cases, the books have remained available. This happens only thanks to the efforts of librarians, teachers, students, and community members who stand up and speak out for the freedom to read.

Frequently Challenged Books

Top 10 Most Challenged Books 2019

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Downloadable ebooks and audio

9/1/2020

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Did you know that you can borrow free eBooks and audio books from the Lanpher Library?!

All you need is a library card and a device to download the book on to!
You can use:
Android, Apple devices, Chromebook, Ereaders, Kindle, Kobo, MP3, Nook, Windows....

We share the catalog with most of the libraries in Vermont and titles are for loan. You have them on your device for 2 weeks. You can renew them if there is not a hold on the item, or return them early so you can check out more!

To look at the catalog, get help using your device, log in to your account and borrow eBooks and audio books for free...have your library card number ready! Your pwd. is set as first and last name, lowercase, no spaces, but you can change it after you log in. Go to: gmlc.overdrive.com/

Can't remember your card number?
Password not working?
Send an email: hydeparklibrary@yahoo.com
and we'll help you out.

Books for Children about Death and Dying

2022 at the Lanpher Library

Watershed Explorer Kits for loan

April Fair Housing Month

US Military Veteran Information Packets Available from the Library

COVID Support VT

Flower Power: Hyde Park Style!

Censorship is a Dead End! Banned Books Week 2020

Downloadable ebooks and audio

August 19th, 2020

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Important Updates from the Town of Hyde Park
Please call them with any questions 888-2300

Donate to the Library using PayPal! Thank you.

Hours:
Monday 12:00-7:00 (8:00 in the summer)
Tuesday 10:00-5:00
Wednesday 10:00-5:00
Thursday Closed
Friday 10:00-5:00
Saturday 10:00-1:00

Amy Olsen

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Trusted SourcesInformationFacts:COVID-19

Important Updates from the Town of Hyde ParkPlease call them with any questions 888-2300

Donate to the Library using PayPal! Thank you.

Hours:Monday 12:00-7:00 (8:00 in the summer)Tuesday 10:00-5:00Wednesday 10:00-5:00Thursday ClosedFriday 10:00-5:00Saturday 10:00-1:00﻿Amy Olsen

Archives

Categories

Trusted Sources
Information
Facts:
COVID-19

Important Updates from the Town of Hyde Park
Please call them with any questions 888-2300

Hours:
Monday 12:00-7:00 (8:00 in the summer)
Tuesday 10:00-5:00
Wednesday 10:00-5:00
Thursday Closed
Friday 10:00-5:00
Saturday 10:00-1:00

Amy Olsen